Title: Stunning Waterfront! Easy access stairs to water, wifi. Central AC , 2 bathrooms - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Stunning Waterfront! Easy access stairs to water, wifi. Central AC , 2 bathrooms Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33950000/33940100/33940076/036d636f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33950000/33940100/33940076/960fc71b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33950000/33940100/33940076/2cc75774.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33950000/33940100/33940076/2405ec4b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, video library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33950000/33940100/33940076/9f8a7b65.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Perched on the shores of Balsam Lake, this charming year-round home welcomes families with its beautifully landscaped rock frontage and large dock. Enjoy a BBQ feast on the huge deck, relax by the fire pit or take a leisurely canoe ride across the lake. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Air conditioning - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Stunning Waterfront! Easy access stairs to water, wifi. Central AC , 2 bathrooms 1 week in high time just opened the week of July 5–12 Families only 8 people 3 day weekends may long weekend $1200 Thanksgiving weekend $1400 Healthiest lake in the Kawarthas! Stunning, fully equipped 3+ bedrooms, 1500 s.f. , year-round home/cottage which sleeps 10 but you will be most comfortable with max 8. 1½ hours from Toronto on the beautiful waters of prestigious Balsam Lake in the Kawarthas, Ontario, Canada. Conveniently situated 12 km and 24 km from the towns of Fenelon Falls and Lindsay respectively. Directly accessible is the famous, scenic Trent-Severn Waterway with its many locks and points of interest. Beautifully landscaped rock frontage with stone patio at the water’s edge and built-in stairs into the pristine waters, where swimming extends from the shore which is about 3 inches deep, to the end of the large (8 ft x 35 ft) dock where it is about 5 ft deep. Also on the stone patio are a fire pit and kid’s sandpit. Large dock can accommodate at least two good-size boats. Overlooking the fabulous lakefront view is a huge deck, ideal for entertaining, measuring 16 ft. x 46 ft. (736 s. f.) with patio furniture and propane BBQ. The rear deck measures 7 ft. x 29 ft. ( 203 s.f.) Fully equipped cottage includes potable (drinkable), treated, tested water supply, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, toaster oven, coffee maker, kurig, electric kettle, blender, cutlery/crockery/pots and pans/cooking utensils (for 12 persons), water cooler, large dining table, washer & dryer, satellite, TV, DVD-VCR-CD Player Combo, surround sound, bar, ceiling fans (living and family rooms, one bedroom), central heat , wood fireplace, pellet stove, pillows and blankets. Canoe and kayak with paddles on site for an enjoyable lake stroll. Nearby offsite activities include golfing, casino, snowmobile trails, ski resort, marinas, boat rentals, boat cruises, restaurants, go-carting, horseback riding, mini golf, theater, hiking, stock-car racing, harness horse racing, art galleries, canoeing & kayaking and craft markets. Property Specifications Stunning year-round vacation home/cottage on prestigious Balsam Lake, near Fenelon Falls, Kawartha Lakes region, Ontario, Canada, only 1 ½ hours North-East of Toronto. ADDRESS: 10 Birchwood Lane, Township of Fenelon, City of Kawartha Lakes, Ontario, ACCESS: Road access-year round PARKING Private driveway/Three vehicles on driveway plus more parking on Birchwood Lane USAGE: Year-round WATERFRONT: Yes (Balsam Lake) BEACH TYPE: Amazing easy access swimming to end of dock. Stairway into 3 Inches of water gradually deepening to about 5 Feet at end of doc. Neighbours are close , if your looking for a private cottage with no neighbours this is not the cottage for you. PROPERTY SIZE: 1500 s.f. BEDROOMS: 3- Plus Family Room has two futon couches which convert to double beds 2 BATHROOMS:1 full (Tub/shower ) SECOND BATHROOM BRAND NEW SINK, TOILET AND LAUNDRY UTILITIES: Central heat , wood fireplace and pellet stove. Treated, tested lake water which is potable (drinkable ). INCLUDED: Hydro, pellets for pellet stove, filled propane for BBQ SPECIAL FEATURES: Large family room with bar, ideal for entertaining, with two double futon-type couches/beds Huge deck with patio furniture and filled propane BBQ. Beautifully landscaped rock frontage with built-in steps into the pristine waters and stone patio at waters edge with a fire pit and kids sandpit. Large ( 8 ft x 35 ft ) dock ( water slide has been removed ) and boat launching nearby. One hundred yards away is a sandy swimming area (The Water Hole) CENTRAL AIR CONDITIONING AND HEAT Wifi-FREE OTHER CONDITIONS PETS: pets allowed N0 SMOKING INSIDE COTTAGE ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the marina - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Boat - Golf - Kayak - Water sports equipment - Canoeing nearby - Casino nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,500 square feet ## Similar properties ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93110000/93102100/93102092/b1466d27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Myriad Fins Cottage and Marina Kawartha Lakes - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.4 Very good 30 reviews CA $135 CA $152 total includes taxes & fees Oct 27 - Oct 28 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=93102092&PinnedHotelID=93102092&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70520000/70519700/70519689/c1e4962d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Rustic Cottage! 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for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: Pets must be potty trained ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Built in sandbox included and secure swing set ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Long-term renters welcome Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number STR2024-193 ### Property is also known as Stunning Waterfront! Easy Access Stairs to Water ## About the area Located in Kawartha Lakes, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ken Reid Conservation Area and Carden Alvar Provincial Park, while Station Gallery of Fenelon Falls and Fenelon Falls Museum are cultural highlights. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding, and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling. [Visit our Kawartha Lakes travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Kawartha-Lakes.dx553248635851227166) [View more Cottages in Kawartha Lakes](https://www.expedia.ca/Kawartha-Lakes-Cottages.d553248635851227166-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C44.51812%2C-78.86375&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=aVzrHfoNiLywI_jAQA1V9sVQBr4=) Kawartha Lakes, ON ### What's nearby - Balsam Lake - 1 min drive - 0.4 km - Shadow Lake - 1 min drive - 0.4 km - Fenelon Falls - 20 min drive - 18.1 km - Sturgeon Lake - 20 min drive - 18.1 km - Balsam Lake Provincial Park - 32 min drive - 24.2 km ### Restaurants - ‪The Rusty Nail - ‬16 min drive - ‪Godfathers Pizza - Fenelon Falls - ‬17 min drive - ‪Portage House Restaurant - ‬17 min drive - ‪Kawartha Slices - ‬8 min drive - ‪Smokin Dave's Bbq And Beyond - ‬18 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Stunning Waterfront! Easy access stairs to water, wifi. Central AC , 2 bathrooms pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Stunning Waterfront! Easy access stairs to water, wifi. Central AC , 2 bathrooms? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Stunning Waterfront! Easy access stairs to water, wifi. Central AC , 2 bathrooms? > Check-out is at 12:00 PM. ### Where is Stunning Waterfront! Easy access stairs to water, wifi. Central AC , 2 bathrooms located? > Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Shadow Lake and Balsam Lake. Byrnell Golf Club and Fenelon Falls are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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